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Moderately Competitive

Eastern Oregon Softball

Eastern Oregon University · Mountaineers

CCC · La Grande, OR

Developing ProgramGrads earn $50K/yr

$11K

In-state tuition

Out-of-state: $25K

Up to 10

Scholarships

equivalencies

37%

Graduation rate

Room & board: $12K

2023-2024 data via IPEDS

Eastern Oregon softball at a glance

Where the program sits and what a year here costs. How athletic aid works in NAIA.

Conference level
Division III / NAIA
Est. in-state year, all in
$22,329
Est. out-of-state year, all in
$36,279Tuition & fees plus room & board. Excludes books, travel and any aid.
Debt as a share of year-10 pay
41%Median debt divided by median earnings 10 years after entry. Lower is easier to pay back.
Total enrollment
2,798

Cost, debt and enrollment: IPEDS 2023-2024 and College Scorecard. Conference level: CommitBound.

Program Info

Division
NAIA
Conference
CCC
Location
La Grande, OR
Scholarships
Up to 10 equivalencies

What Eastern Oregon Coaches Look For

Recruiting benchmarks for D3 programs. Min = on the radar, Competitive = solidly in the pool, Elite = stands out.

Pitching Velocity
53 mphMin
56 mphCompetitive
60 mphElite
Exit Velocity (Tee)
62 mphMin
65 mphCompetitive
70 mphElite
Home to 1st (RH)
3.3 secMin
3.1 secCompetitive
3 secElite
Overhand Throw (IF)
52 mphMin
56 mphCompetitive
60 mphElite
Pop Time (2B)
2.2 secMin
2.1 secCompetitive
1.95 secElite
GPA
2.5Min
2.8Competitive
3.3Elite

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Recruiting Timeline

NAIA contact rules for Eastern Oregon. Select your graduation year to see personalized deadlines.

Class of 2028 — currently a Junior

When Coaches Can Contact You

No contact restrictions — coaches can reach out at any time

Campus Visits

Campus visits available year-round

Offers & Commitments

NAIA softball can award up to 10 scholarships' worth of aid, split among any number of players. The NAIA has no association-wide letter of intent: the school's financial-aid agreement is the real commitment, so ask what it covers.

Key Dates

  • No contact restrictions apply
  • No NAIA-wide letter of intent — the school's financial-aid agreement is the commitment
  • Eligibility determined by the NAIA Eligibility Center
  • Freshman eligibility: a 2.3+ GPA, or two of three — 18 ACT / 970 SAT, 2.0+ GPA, top half of class

Updated for 2026-27 NCAA rules

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Coaching Staff

Nicole Christian

Head Coach

c•••@eou.edu

Woody Wright

Assistant Softball Coach

Theresa Manley

Assistant Softball Coach

Madison Barr

Volunteer Assistant Softball Coach

Bob Christian

Volunteer Assistant Softball Coach

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Eastern Oregon softball roster outlook

Eastern Oregon carries 25 players on its 2026-2027 roster. 3 seniors and graduate students leave after this season.

Eastern Oregon 2026-2027 roster by position: players leaving after this season and returning
PositionLeavingReturning
Pitchers05
Catchers02
Infielders39
Outfielders05
Utility01

From the program's published 2026-2027 roster. “Leaving” counts seniors and graduate students; juniors who transfer or leave early are not included, and players with remaining eligibility can return.

Camps & Clinics

Camp dates not yet available for Eastern Oregon.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I get recruited by Eastern Oregon University softball?

Start by filling out the Eastern Oregon University recruiting questionnaire, then email the coaching staff directly. Attend camps and showcases where Eastern Oregon University coaches are present. CommitBound can help you track your outreach and build recruiting habits.

Does Eastern Oregon University offer softball scholarships?

Eastern Oregon University is a NAIA program. Up to 10 equivalencies.

Who is the head coach at Eastern Oregon University?

The current head coach is Nicole Christian. Verified coach email access is available with a free CommitBound account.

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Recruiting Difficulty

Moderately Competitive

This program offers good opportunities for dedicated student-athletes. Travel ball experience and solid academics will strengthen your candidacy.

Graduate Outcomes

Median earnings (10yr)
$50,112/yr
Median earnings (6yr)
$43,034/yr
Median student debt
$20,500
Admission rate
98%

Good Value — 10-year median earnings vs. four years of published tuition

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard; tuition from IPEDS.

Academic Profile

Avg. net price
$17,148/yr
Students on Pell Grant
35%

Avg. net price is the actual average cost after aid — not sticker tuition. Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.

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Quick Facts

Division
NAIA
Conference
CCC
State
OR
Camps Listed
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